1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 126 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Soul (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Lancer | Soul |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
